Staff Nurse - A&EinStockport inStockportPUBLISHED THU 7 NOV 2024

Band 5: £25 to £40 an hour BANK
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NHS Professionals LimitedrOX1jVLY

The Staff Nurse - A&E position at Stockport NHS Foundation Trust, offered by NHS Professionals Limited, provides an opportunity for nurses to work flexibly across various shifts in a dynamic environment that focuses on urgent medical care. Key responsibilities include assessing and monitoring patient conditions, checking vital signs, arranging diagnostic tests, and making sound decisions in fast-paced clinical situations. Ideal candidates should possess a minimum of six months' paid A&E experience within the last three years and maintain compliance with NMC Professional Registration.

This role not only allows for professional development and exposure to multiple wards but also emphasises teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration, making it both a rewarding and impactful career choice. Benefits include competitive pay rates, access to training opportunities, membership in the NHSP community, and the ability to choose suitable working hours that promote a balanced lifestyle while delivering compassionate care to patients in critical need.

By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts across any of our client Trusts in England,as well as the ability to develop professionally and gain experience in several wards or areas.

Assessing and monitoring patient conditions
Checking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests
Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinicalsituations.
Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships.

About us
Job Title: Staff Nurse - A&E
Trust: -Stockport NHS Foundation Trust
Location: - Stockport
Pay Rates:£25.06 - £40.96
Shift Patterns: Flexible
Trust Info:
Stockport NHS Foundation Trustprovides a wide range of services including trauma, orthopaedics, and cancer treatment at hospital and community sites across Stockport and the High Peak. One of the few specialist centres in Greater Manchester for stroke treatment, emergency and high-risk general surgery, staff can provide high quality care whilst enjoying both country and city life with the Peak District, Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds nearby.
Why might this job interest you?
Working as an A&E nurse in the NHS is an incredibly dynamic and rewarding experience. It involves providing urgent medical care to patients in critical situations, requiring quick thinking and expert medical skills. The flexibility in scheduling ensures A&E nurses can manage their work hours effectively, promoting a balanced lifestyle while delivering compassionate and efficient care in fast-paced environments. It's a role that demands resilience, compassion, and a commitment to making a meaningful difference in patients' lives during their most vulnerable moments.
What you can add:
Assessing and monitoring patient conditions
Checking symptoms and vital signs and arranging diagnostic tests
Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations
Working as an effective team member and promoting team and interdisciplinary relationships
The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above.
What you'll need:
A minimum of 6 months paid experience in an A&E hospital environment within the last 3 years
Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices
*Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills.
The benefits we can offer you in return:
Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life.
Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly.
Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider
First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies.
Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time.
Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements.
Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy.
Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience.
Being part of the NHSP Community means you'll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements.
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By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

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To work as a Staff Nurse in the UK, you'll need a combination of formal education, clinical skills, practical experience, and personal attributes. Here are the essential skills and qualifications required:

Educational Qualifications:

1. Nursing Degree: A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc) or an equivalent nursing degree is typically required.

2. Nursing Registration: You must be registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) in the UK. This typically involves passing an approved nursing program and the NMC's competency tests.

Clinical Skills:

1. Patient Assessment: Ability to perform thorough assessments of patients' health and identify needs.

2. Medication Administration: Knowledge of pharmacology and the ability to safely administer medications.

3. Wound Care: Skills in managing and dressing wounds, observing for signs of infection.

4. Infection Control: Understanding infection prevention practices and how to implement them in a clinical setting.

5. Basic Life Support (BLS): Certification in BLS and other emergency response skills, such as Advanced Life Support (ALS) if applicable.

6. Clinical Procedures: Proficiency in various clinical skills specific to your area of nursing (e.g., IV insertion, catheterization).

Soft Skills:

1. Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with patients, families, and colleagues effectively.

2. Empathy and Compassion: The ability to provide emotional support and understand patients’ perspectives.

3. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary healthcare team.

4. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to identify issues and implement solutions quickly.

5. Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Skills:

1. Attention to Detail: Precision in following medical procedures and documenting patient care.

2. Adaptability: Flexibility to handle changing patient situations and workloads.

3. Technical Skills: Familiarity with medical technology and electronic health records (EHR).

Continuing Professional Development:

1. Lifelong Learning: Commitment to ongoing education and training to stay current with nursing practices and policies.

Employment Considerations:

1. Experience: Many positions may require previous experience in a clinical setting, such as placements during your nursing degree.

2. Specialization: Depending on the area of nursing you wish to work in (e.g., surgical, pediatric, psychiatric), additional qualifications or experience may be necessary.

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